The boy was found with serious injuries at an address in Ladywood, Birmingham (Picture: SWNS)
A 16-year-old boy has been shot in Birmingham and has died as police launch a murder investigation.
The teenager was found with serious injuries at an address in Lighthorne Avenue, Ladywood, at around 12.30pm on Sunday, according to West Midlands Police.
The boy later died in hospital.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested yesterday and remains in police custody for questoning.
As part of police enquiries a police scene remains in place on Lighthorne Avenue and another off St Vincent Street.
Chief Inspector Sara Beech said: ‘This is the tragic death of a young man who should have had his life ahead of him. Our thoughts are with all his family and friends at what is an incredibly painful time.
‘We understand this dreadful news will naturally cause concern and upset within the community, but we need people to remain calm so we can fully investigate, get answers and convict whoever was responsible.
‘We have increased patrols in the area to offer reassurance and our officers will be available for anyone who has information.’
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The force said they were doing all they can ‘to support his family during this horrific time’.
West Midlands Ambulance Service said they were called at 12.26pm on Sunday to an address on Lighthorne Avenue.
They sent two ambulances, two paramedic officers, a MERIT trauma doctor and a critical care paramedic to the scene.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: ‘On arrival, crews found the patient in a critical condition.
‘Ambulance staff immediately began administering advanced life support.
‘He was conveyed to hospital on blue lights in a life-threatening condition with the MERIT trauma doctor travelling on board to provide continued treatment en route.’
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The boy later died in hospital.